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Los Angeles, CA

Vanessa’s Story

When Vanessa Rene's salon was forced to shut down due to the pandemic, she was heartbroken and nervous for the uncertain future ahead. But, Vanessa didn't let the pain of closing her shop stop her, she pushed forward and is now happier than ever in a new role with more freedom. She also utilized her time off during the pandemic to give back to her community and raise funds for over 70 freelancers. Now Vanessa rents a chair at a salon and uses every day as an opportunity to learn and grow from her peers, making her a better and more passionate stylist.

Visalia , CA

Fredo’s Story

Fredo Olan wants to leave something behind that's bigger than himself. Through the barber college founded by Fredo and his wife, he is able to mold young barbers into true creative professionals that use their skills to make the world a better place. He instills in all his protegees a passion for the craft and a desire to make others feel good about themselves. He is inspired by his family to be a better version of himself every day.

Northridge, CA

Elita’s Story

Elita Galiamova of Elita's Grooming grows with each one of her grooms. She sees education as a means to expand her creative capabilities, and a way to make dogs' lives more enjoyable. She likes to make the education experience at Elita's grooming holistic, even bringing in her customers so they understand the importance of grooming. When you learn as much as Elita, consistent quality output is almost guaranteed.

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